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Amy Poehler Invented Galentine's Day, Now Retailers Are Seizing On It

Consumers are spending more to celebrate friendships on and around Valentine’s Day.

Photographer: Luke Sharrett/Bloomberg

Valentine’s Day isn’t what it used to be.

Just over half of Americans say they celebrate the day, down 13% since 2009, according to the National Retail Federation. But all is not lost.